• Strategic Sourcing Manager

    Robert Half The Creative Group (Houston, TX)


    Description

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead the sourcing process for assigned enterprise categories—including chemicals, rental equipment, and small parcels. This role focuses on developing and implementing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and executing RFx events. The Manager acts as the primary owner of the sourcing process and supplier management for their categories, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and driving improvements in quality, delivery, and cost.

     

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Develop and implement category strategies aligned with enterprise objectives.

    + Lead RFx events (RFI, RFP, RFQ) for assigned categories, including bid preparation, evaluation, and supplier selection.

    + Manage supplier relationships, including performance reviews and issue resolution.

    + Analyze data and market trends—including commodities indices—to inform sourcing decisions and negotiations.

    + Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs.

    + Identify and drive opportunities for process, cost, or operational improvements.

    + Negotiate major contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, and price standards.

    + Research and maintain a pipeline of qualified suppliers.

    + Apply supplier evaluation techniques to assess quality and reliability.

    + Track and report on category performance and cost savings.

    + Maintain industry knowledge through training and events.

    Requirements

    Qualifications

    + Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (High School Diploma/GED plus 4 years relevant experience).

    + Experience: Minimum 5 years in strategic sourcing or category management for enterprise categories.

    + Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

    + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

    + Familiarity with commodities indices and their impact on sourcing.

    + Experience in chemicals, rental equipment, or small parcels preferred.

    + Six Sigma training is a plus.

     

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